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WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT VIMOVO? VIMOVO, which contains naproxen [a nonsteroidal anti-inﬂammatory drug (NSAID)] and esomeprazole magnesium [a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)], may increase the chance of a heart attack or stroke that can lead to death. This chance increases • with longer use of NSAID medicines • in people who have heart disease NSAID medicines should never be used right before or after a heart surgery called a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). NSAID medicines can cause ulcers and bleeding in the stomach and intestines at any time during treatment. Ulcers and bleeding • can happen without warning symptoms • may cause death The chance of a person getting an ulcer or bleeding increases with • taking medicines called steroid hormones and blood thinners • longer use • smoking • drinking alcohol • older age • having poor health NSAID medicines should only be used • exactly as prescribed • at the lowest dose possible for your treatment • for the shortest time needed

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sights on big-screen success, too: His new film—the romantic comedy Monte Carlo, starring Selena Gomez and Leighton Meester— opens July 1. Monteith’s future didn’t always seem so promising. In fact, his own teen years were such a minefield that he was lucky to make it to age 20. Opening up about his troubled past as he never has before, Monteith wants to deliver a message for anyone struggling as he once did: “There is a way out. You never know what’s in store for you.” The actor grew up in Victoria, British Columbia, feeling like an outsider. “I didn’t have any definition of self,” he says. After his parents divorced when he was 7, he saw less of his father, who was in the military. He began having difficulties in school. “I never fit in, so I started pretending I was other people. I’d find people I thought were cool and dress how they dressed, talk how they talked, do whatever they were into.” By 13, Monteith—once a promising student who at age 5 could read at a fourth-grade level––was skipping school to get drunk and smoke pot. He eventually dropped out. His mother, an interior decorator, told him to return to school and stop the rebellious behavior— or find a new home. The tough love worked, but only for brief BY SHAWNA MALCOM • COVER AND OPENING PHOTOGRAPH BY JEFF LIPSKY periods. “I’d go back for two weeks so I didn’t have to find a ’m not finn hudson,” cory monteith says of his beloved GLEE friend’s house where I could character. “But a lot of people think I am.” crash,” says Monteith, who estiThat fans buy the 29-year-old Canadian as an all-American high school mates that by age 16, when he student is a tribute to the actor’s talent—though the show’s hairstylists deserve quit for good, he’d attended 12 a little credit as well. “They hide the gray,” Monteith says with a laugh, digging different schools, including alterinto a plate of lasagna at a favorite restaurant in the Hollywood Hills. “I’m not native programs for troubled a full-on silver fox, but I’m gettin’ on!” teens. “I burned a lot LIFE LESSONS: Unlike the dim-witted Finn, who seems most confident exof bridges. I was out ”I sold myself out so pressing himself through song, Monteith is articulate and selfof control.” many times,” Monteith says, “not thinking I aware, displaying the focus that, in two short years, has propelled By then, so were was good enough.” him from little-known actor to breakout TV star. He’s set his the drugs. “Any-

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thing and everything, as much as possible,” he says, when asked to elaborate. “I had a serious problem.” Afraid that he “could die,” his mother and a group of friends staged an intervention when he was 19. “That’s when I first went to rehab. I did the stint but then went back to doing exactly what I left off doing.” Monteith might have continued down that path if not for what he calls “the crystallizing event.” He pauses to find the right words. “I stole a significant amount of money from a family member,” he continues quietly. “I knew I was going to get caught, but I was so desperate I didn’t care. It was a cry for help. I was confronted and I said, ‘Yeah, it was me.’ It was the first honorable, truthful thing that had come out of my mouth in years.” He was given an ultimatum: He had to get clean, or the family member would report him to the police and press charges. Although it wasn’t the first time Monteith had taken something that didn’t belong to him (“A lot of things went missing when I was around; I had high overhead to take care of ”), up until then he had avoided prosecution. “I was done fighting myself,” he recalls of his turning point. “I finally said, ‘I’m gonna start looking at my life and figure out why I’m doing this.’” Monteith left Victoria and moved in with a family friend in the small industrial city of Nanaimo. It was there, living in a double-wide trailer, that he began the painstaking process of rebuilding his life. He quit using, got a job as a roofer, and surrounded himself with other sober people. Among them was Andrew McIlroy, a Vancouverbased acting coach who came to Nanaimo on the weekends to 12 • June 26, 2011

“I remember going, ‘Okay, this is something you can reasonably think of doing as a career.’ ” It was a life-altering moment for Monteith, the first time he’d felt the satisfaction of “working hard and being good at something.” Though acting was still a way to pretend to be other people, it built up his confidence instead of tearing it down. A few months after moving to Nanaimo, Monteith tossed his scant belongings into a garbage bag and relocated to Vancouver to teach. “I understood where he’d begin auditioning for roles. come from,” says McIlroy, “and I Again, McIlroy—the father figure thought, ‘If this fish slips back into Monteith had long yearned for— the sea, we may never see him provided crucial support, letting again. Keep him busy.’ ” the young actor crash at his place McIlroy offered him free classes and introducing him to agent in exchange for tidying up around Elena Kirschner. “A lot of people the acting studio and running get into acting because they want errands. Then one day he put to be famous,” says Kirschner, who Monteith in front of the camera to still guides Monteith’s career. “But do a scene about a guy contemplatit’s never been about that for ing suicide and realized acting Cory. He consistently worked could provide more hard and absorbed than just a distraction like a sponge. And for the young man. he’s never stopped.” The star shares his “Cory was working That work ethic thoughts on love and from some very dark marriage (he wants kids!) would eventually land at Parade.com/cory truths,” says McIlroy. him guest spots on LABORS OF LOVE: Monteith in a scene from Glee, above, and with his mother, Ann, of whom he says, “We’re closer than close because of what we’ve been through.”

shows like Supernatural and, in 2009, his costarring role on Glee, despite his lack of vocal training. While the schedule for the Fox hit is grueling—even during the summer, thanks to the Glee Live! concert tour—Monteith, who also plays drums for the ﬂedgling Cali-rock band Bonnie Dune, isn’t complaining. He knows how fortunate he is. “What’s exciting to me now,” says the actor, who is single and lives with roommates in a rental house, “is seeing where this all goes.” Along with the career success have come personal victories. This spring, Monteith received a high school diploma from one of the alternative schools he attended in Victoria—“based,” he says, “on abilities demonstrated in the workplace.” And in November 2009, he got together with his father for the ﬁrst time in 17 years. “We’d spoken maybe three or four times [during that period],” Monteith says, “and he reached out to me on Facebook. I couldn’t shut the door, so I got on a plane. He greeted me at the airport, and [he and Monteith’s stepmother] were so happy they were almost crying. It was a good time. At some point, you realize your parents are human. They make the best decisions they can with the options available to them.” The perspective he has gained is part of the reason he has chosen to speak out now about his extraordinary journey. “I don’t want kids to think it’s okay to drop out of school and get high, and they’ll be famous actors, too,” says Monteith, who works with a group called Virgin Unite that helps atrisk youth. “I’m lucky on so many counts—I’m lucky to be alive. “But for those people who might give up: Get real about what you want and go after it. If I can, anyone can.”

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ith the cost of gas edging ever higher, long driving vacations (not to mention plane rides) are in the “just too pricey” category for many families this summer. But that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with a staycation. Peter Greenberg, travel editor for CBS News, has come up with 15 amazing trips, each reachable from an American city on less than a tank of gas (as a standard, we used a Ford Fusion, which gets 32 mpg on the highway and has a 17.5-gallon tank).* All are sure to entertain, enthrall, educate— just about everything but exhaust you (and your bank account).

Seattle to Whidbey Island, Wash. (34 miles) Whidbey has a split personality: part pastoral, with ﬁelds, wineries, and artists’ studios; and part military, with a Naval Air Station and historic Fort Casey. Relive the pioneer days at Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, which contains 17 working farms and over 400 historic structures. Other activities include camping, clamming, and whale watching.

San Francisco to Lava Beds National Monument, Calif. (375 miles) Otherworldly and untamed are two words that describe this unique spot. Ancient volcanic eruptions formed a rugged landscape of caves, craters, and cones, with some two dozen lava-tube caves open to explore. Two

park must-sees are Petroglyph Point, one of the largest examples of Native American rock art in the U.S., and Captain Jack’s Stronghold, a lava fortress where Modoc Indians held off the U.S. Army from 1872 to 1873.

Los Angeles to Palos Verdes Peninsula, Calif. (31 miles) The area’s seaside splendors include Abalone Cove Shoreline Park, with pristine tide pools of urchins and anemones; the pretty South Coast Botanic Garden; and the 1,200-acre Palos Verdes Nature Preserve. There are also man-made standouts: the Banning Museum (an 1864 mansion), the cliffside Wayfarer’s Chapel (its architect was Frank Lloyd Wright’s son), and Point Vicente Lighthouse (the best spot to catch a sunset).

Denver to Mount Evans, Colo. (60 miles) Scale Mount Evans with four wheels instead of two legs by driving up North America’s highest paved road (14,130 feet at the top). You’ll pass through several climate zones, ﬁnd photo ops galore, and see mountain goats and bighorn sheep.

Dallas to Canton, Tex. (57 miles) This town is best known for the monthly Canton Trade Days, one of the world’s largest ﬂea markets. It’s mind-bogglingly huge: as many as 7,000 vendors spread out over nearly 500 acres. When you’re all shopped out, go boating or hiking or play golf at a local course.

Houston to Montgomery, Tex. (56 miles) Just four square miles, this quaint town is pedestrianfriendly and history-proud. Said to be the birthplace of the Lone Star ﬂag, it’s full of antique stores and restored 19th-century homes. Gourmets will enjoy visiting the area’s cluster of wineries.

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Salt Lake City to Ogden, Utah (39 miles) Ogden’s a town for all seasons. In the 15 summer, explore its horseback-riding, hiking, and biking trails. Two rivers meet here, offering great boating and ﬁshing. Foul weather? The Salomon Center has bumper cars and indoor surﬁng and skydiving. Come winter, hit the slopes for prime skiing and snowboarding.

Minneapolis to Red Wing, Minn. (55 miles) Red Wing is an apt name for this town of many natural wonders. There’s superb walleye and sauger ﬁshing, scenic hiking on the bluffs and the Cannon Valley trail, and, in the winter, cross-country skiing and bald-eagle viewing. Fans of Americana will admire the historic train depot, local Red Wing pottery, and—of course—the world’s biggest boot (size 638 ½).

Chicago to McHenry County, Ill. (50 miles) Take a break from the city and head back to the farm: The county is home to about 1,000 of them, many with pick-your-own orchards and fields. In the fall, wind your way through the Richardson Farm corn maze, an 11-mile-long doozy. If your tastes run more Hollywood, go to the drive-in theater in McHenry or to the nearby Volo Auto Museum, which has TV’s Batmobile and General Lee, plus other pop-culture cars. Cleveland to the Lake Erie Islands, Ohio (83 miles) This island chain has activities for all types: the social (Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island is known for its nightlife), the sporty (fishing, hiking, swimming, kayaking, scubadiving), and the scientific (the Glacial Grooves on Kelleys Island are intriguing Ice Age–era bedrock creases), as well as those looking to slow down (bikes and golf carts are common ways to get around).

Atlanta to Dahlonega, Ga. (66 miles) This town has multiple claims to fame: It was the site of an 1828 gold rush (you can visit an old mine), boasts ultra-punishing bike trails (according to pros like Lance Armstrong), and has the state’s tallest waterfall (a 729-foot beauty) at Amicalola State Park.

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Orlando to Citrus County, Fla. (83 miles) Aquatic-animal enthusiasts will be in their element at the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, where visitors can snorkel with the endangered manatee. Other native creatures—cougars, key deer, and bobcats—can be glimpsed at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. Or try a Citrus-y sport like kayak ﬁshing or scalloping.

Washington, D.C., to Easton, Md. (68 miles) Easton’s charming downtown is the site of two annual art shows: the Plein Air festival (July 18–24), an outdoor painting exhibit and contest, and the Waterfowl Festival (Nov. 11–13), a wildlife-art expo. But the area has much more to offer road-trippers: ﬂat, scenic cycling terrain, seven golf courses, antique shops, and water sports.

New York City to the Delaware Water Gap, N.J. and Pa. (72 miles) History and nature converge at this point, where the Delaware River cuts through the Appalachian Mountains. The area saw skirmishes in the French and Indian War, served as an Underground Railroad hub, and hosted vacationers in the late 19th century; structures from these periods still stand. Today visitors are drawn by the rock climbing, boating, ﬁshing, and hiking (the 27-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail is a favorite). Boston to Cape Ann, Mass. (40 miles) Come here for New England charm minus the crazy crowds. Whale watching, boating, ﬁshing, and feasting on seafood are the main to-dos. Or dine at one of these foodie faves: Rockport’s Lobster Pool for lobster rolls and Ipswich’s Clam Box (shaped like … a clam box!) for fried whole-belly clams. The area also has one of the country’s oldest art colonies; you can visit artists’ studios, galleries, and the former homes of legends like Edward Hopper.

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StayHealthy 5 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT

Improving Cholesterol

Even thin or athletic people can have high numbers. Three-quarters of the cholesterol in your body is produced by your liver and other cells, and how much you produce is largely genetic. But you can do a lot to control the remaining quarter.

The good matters just as much as the bad. HDL particles (the good kind) clear LDL particles (the bad kind) from your blood, helping to keep them from clogging your arteries.

An apple a day really can keep the doctor away. A recent study found that subjects who ate 75 grams of dried apple (about two fresh apples) daily lowered their overall cholesterol levels by 14 percent

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and LDL levels by 23 percent.

But what you eat is only part of the story. Increasing your physical activity, quitting smoking, and losing 10 percent of your body weight can boost HDL by 20 to 30 percent, says Dr. Robert Eckel, former president of the American Heart Association.

LEARN YOUR FAMILY HEALTH HISTORY

A recent study of cancer patients found that many were unable to accurately report whether family members had had the disease. For help re-creating your own family’s medical background, go to familyhistory.hhs.gov.

Breast-feeding can make a dent in cholesterol levels later on. A breastfed baby can consume six times the cholesterol of the average adult’s diet, and this early exposure may improve the body’s ability to metabolize cholesterol, leading to lower levels later in life. —Kalee Thompson

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Grilled Salmon With MapleGinger Glaze ¾ cup maple syrup 1 ∕3 cup balsamic vinegar 3 Tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and minced 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced ½ to ¾ tsp hot-red-pepper ﬂakes Salt (to taste) 1 (3-lb) side of salmon, skin on, boned 3 to 4 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1. Prepare a charcoal fire, or preheat a gas grill for direct grilling over medium flame. 2. In a small bowl, mix together the first six ingredients. 3. Using a pastry brush, coat both sides of the salmon with olive oil. 4. Place the salmon, flesh side down, on the grill. Cook until it loosens its grip on the grill, 7 to 8 minutes. Turn carefully, then spoon the sauce over the cooked side of the fish. Grill until the sauce has formed a glaze and the salmon flakes with a fork but is still a bit opaque in the center, about 4 to 5 minutes. 5. Remove from the grill and serve. MAKES: 6 | PER SERVING: 520 calories, 30g carbs, 52g protein, 20g fat, 145mg cholesterol, 220mg sodium, 0g fiber

Catch of Today The morning show’s Al Roker likes his salmon sweet and savory

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When it comes to cooking, I’m pretty much a traditionalist. I’ve been making this dish for at least 10 years. Salmon’s a flavorful fish, and it stands up well to other ﬂavors. So if you put a little maple on it, plus salt and pepper, you get a sweet and savory dish. And it’s family-friendly—kids like it. Sometimes, my children help me cook—even if it’s just stirring something or putting a

dish in the oven. But if a recipe requires a lot of chopping, or if I really have to get stuff done in a certain amount of time, then I let them do other chores, like setting the table. Three things are a must, however: We say grace before every meal; we try to have a salad every night; and no BlackBerries, no phones, and no TV allowed. We just enjoy each other and relax.

P “It’s better to undercook this dish a bit than to overcook it. People need to remember that even after you take ﬁsh off the grill or out of the oven, it’s going to continue cooking.”

P “Invest in an oven thermometer. Just because you set the thermostat to 350°F doesn’t necessarily mean that’s what the temperature is inside.”

P “Even if you haven’t cooked outdoors, make an effort to eat there in the summer. I look forward to that so much.”

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